Kolbe Michaud: thriving through adversity

Three months ago, on Aug. 20, Jefferson High School sophomore Kolbe Michaud lived through a nightmare. He was on his way home to Clancy after an exhausting football practice when he fell asleep behind the wheel. 

If he wasn’t wearing his seat belt – as he’s said numerous times since, warning both adults and his peers  – he wouldn’t be here anymore, let alone be playing sports. Kolbe knows just how lucky he is to be alive, which has given him motivation to push through the pain and make the most of each experience. 

After suffering significant knee and shoulder injuries in the devastating crash, Kolbe missed his first varsity football season, and, moving forward, he’s not taking anything for granted. As he continues to rehabilitate, his sights are set on a state wrestling title.